still the mac doesn't turn on after the steps, it is fully drained

All the while the macbook still turned on and not charging, until I totally drained it. I followed the steps provided but now it will not turn on at all.


MacBook Pro (2017 – 2020)

Posted on Aug 7, 2023 01:24 AM

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Posted on Aug 7, 2023 01:43 AM

  1. Power Adapter and Cable Check: Ensure that your Mac's power adapter is properly connected and functioning. Try using a different power outlet and cable if available. Sometimes a faulty power adapter or cable can prevent the Mac from turning on.
  2. Reset SMC: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC) can sometimes help resolve power-related issues. The steps to reset the SMC depend on the model of your Mac. You can find instructions on Apple's support website specific to your Mac model.
  3. Check for Physical Damage: Inspect your Mac for any signs of physical damage, liquid spills, or other issues that might be preventing it from turning on.
  4. Try Safe Boot: Attempt to boot your Mac in Safe Mode by holding down the Shift key while starting it up. Safe Mode performs a disk check and loads only essential system files, which might help in cases of startup issues.
  5. Apple Support: If none of the above steps work, it's recommended to contact Apple Support or visit an Apple Authorized Service Provider for assistance. There might be underlying hardware issues that require professional diagnosis and repair.
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Aug 7, 2023 01:43 AM in response to popmanuel

  1. Power Adapter and Cable Check: Ensure that your Mac's power adapter is properly connected and functioning. Try using a different power outlet and cable if available. Sometimes a faulty power adapter or cable can prevent the Mac from turning on.
  2. Reset SMC: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC) can sometimes help resolve power-related issues. The steps to reset the SMC depend on the model of your Mac. You can find instructions on Apple's support website specific to your Mac model.
  3. Check for Physical Damage: Inspect your Mac for any signs of physical damage, liquid spills, or other issues that might be preventing it from turning on.
  4. Try Safe Boot: Attempt to boot your Mac in Safe Mode by holding down the Shift key while starting it up. Safe Mode performs a disk check and loads only essential system files, which might help in cases of startup issues.
  5. Apple Support: If none of the above steps work, it's recommended to contact Apple Support or visit an Apple Authorized Service Provider for assistance. There might be underlying hardware issues that require professional diagnosis and repair.

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